Occupational Therapist- Kids First Little Rock

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Evidence-based evaluation and therapy
Fine motor delays/disorders
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for their Kids First clinic in Little Rock, focusing on providing therapy for children with special healthcare needs. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent experience, possess strong communication skills, and work well in an interdisciplinary team

Job Summary

  • The Occupational Therapist works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide evidence-based best practice evaluation and therapy techniques for the birth to 5 population with a variety of fine motor delays/disorders at UAMS Kids First clinic.
  • Provides fine motor assessment and treatment using evidence-based techniques in a naturalistic, developmentally appropriate manner, and evaluates to determine fine motor skills, visual perceptual motor skills, sensory processing and self-help skills.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits including health, holiday, vacation, sick leave, retirement match, and educational discounts for qualifying positions.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for their Kids First clinic in Little Rock, focusing on providing therapy for children with special healthcare needs. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent experience, possess strong communication skills, and work well in an interdisciplinary team.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Evidence-based evaluation and therapy
  • Fine motor delays/disorders
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • Family Centered Care principles

Nice-to-have

  • Supervision of occupational therapy assistants
  • Training of students and pre-service professionals
  • Participation in research projects

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor's degree plus 2 years experience
  • NBCOT certification or eligibility
  • Arkansas Occupational Therapy License or eligibility
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the US

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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